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Quantum Physics – list of Philosophical Interpretations

Posted on March 20, 2021 by agogo22

Explanation of the various interpretations of Quantum Mechanics. My Patreon page is at https://www.patreon.com/EugeneK​ 00:00​ Introduction 00:29​ Copenhagen Interpretation 02:08​ Objective Collapse 04:41​ EPR Paradox 06:11​ Retro-Causality 07:28​ Transactional Interpretation 10:25​ Super-Determinism 11:16​ QBism (Quantum Bayesianism) 13:30​ Many Worlds 15:20​ … Continue reading →

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Newcomb’s Problem and the tragedy of rationality

Posted on March 20, 2021 by agogo22

I describe my favorite paradox, “Newcomb’s Problem,” the related “Parfit’s Hitchhiker” dilemma, and what they reveal about rationality. The corresponding podcast episode is here: http://rationallyspeakingpodcast.org/…​

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What if the World turned to Gold? – The Gold Apocalypse

Posted on March 20, 2021 by agogo22

The Map of Evolution and other sciency posters, researched and designed with love, are now available on the kurzgesagt shop. Your purchase will support us directly and keep our videos free for everyone. ►► shop.kurzgesagt.org​ (Worldwide Shipping Available) Sources & … Continue reading →

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What is Impossible in Evolution?

Posted on March 19, 2021 by agogo22

Could humans ever evolve to have wings? Why don’t fish have propellers? Why don’t tigers have wheels? Why don’t zebras have laser turrets? These might all seem like stupid questions (and maybe they are!) but they can teach us a … Continue reading →

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NASA Is Naming Landmarks Discovered on Mars in Navajo Language

Posted on March 19, 2021 by agogo22

Canyon de Chelly National Monument (“Tséyi’” in Navajo) in Arizona is located on Navajo Nation land. (Photo: NASA/JPL-Caltech)   “We hope that having our language used in the Perseverance mission will inspire more of our young Navajo people to understand … Continue reading →

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Dispatch 14: Covid Crystal Ball | Radiolab | WNYC Studios

Posted on March 18, 2021 by agogo22

On today’s episode, doctors witness the worldwide pandemic playing out in a single human body. Last summer, at a hospital in England, a man in his 70s being treated for complications with cancer tested positive for covid-19. He had lymphoma, … Continue reading →

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BBC World Service – CrowdScience, How does my mind talk to my body?

Posted on March 18, 2021 by agogo22

The nerve connecting mind and body This week CrowdScience investigates the information superhighway connecting mind with body. The Vagus nerve is part of our parasympathetic nervous system, delivering information from all our major organs to the brain stem, and stimulating … Continue reading →

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Ultrasound has potential to damage coronaviruses – ScienceBlog.com

Posted on March 18, 2021 by agogo22

The coronavirus’ structure is an all-too-familiar image, with its densely packed surface receptors resembling a thorny crown. These spike-like proteins latch onto healthy cells and trigger the invasion of viral RNA. While the virus’ geometry and infection strategy is generally … Continue reading →

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Cephalopods Have a Totally Wild Way of Adapting

Posted on March 17, 2021 by agogo22

With their squishy bodies and color-changing abilities, octopuses and other cephalopods already look like our planet’s resident aliens. But researchers have discovered yet another thing that separates them from most other animals on Earth! Hosted by: Hank Green

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The Ridiculous Way We Used To Calculate Pi

Posted on March 17, 2021 by agogo22

For thousands of years, mathematicians were calculating Pi the obvious but numerically inefficient way. Then Newton came along and changed the game. This video is sponsored by Brilliant. The first 314 people to sign up via https://brilliant.org/veritasium​ get 20% off … Continue reading →

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The Sleeping Beauty Problem

Posted on March 17, 2021 by agogo22

This famous puzzle illuminates a deep controversy over what we mean by “probability,” and how to reason when observer selection effects are in play.

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What do Aboriginal People Think of Black Africans

Posted on March 16, 2021 by agogo22

Aboriginal Indigenous People in Darwin Tiwi islands get together and discuss their connection to africa #aboriginal​ #indiginous​ #BLM​ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jouhzu/​ Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/Jouhzu/?noti…​ I went to Darwin and to the Tiwi islands and asked the indigenous people from different tribes what they … Continue reading →

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